13 h. ago Ogun women received N536m grants for business support — Commissioner 

The Ogun State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Adijat Adeleye, on Thursday said that 33,530 women have received N536,480,000 in revolving grants under Oko’wo-Dapo to support their various business endeavours. Adeleye said that through the ministry’s skill acquisition programmes, no fewer than 5,000 women were equipped through training in fashion designing, catering, decoration, Read More

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23 h. ago Businesses need policies that support gender diversity to drive women’s leadership representation – Osuhor

THELMA OSUHOR is the operations director, services, Sub-Saharan Africa at GE Vernova’s Gas Power. In this interview with JOSEPHINE OKOJIE read more Businesses need policies that support gender diversity to drive women’s leadership representation – Osuhor

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8 d. ago IWD: We won’t relent in supporting women within, outside NPA — Dantsoho

Tribune Online IWD: We won’t relent in supporting women within, outside NPA — Dantsoho THE Managing Director of Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, has stated that the Authority will not relent in supporting the rights and equality for all women and girls and to practically create opportunities for women and girls within and outside the NPA to be empowered to reach the best of their abilities. Dr […] IWD: We won’t relent in supporting women within, outside NPA — Dantsoho Tribune Online

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9 d. ago UNICEF reiterates commitment to providing technical support to Bauchi communities

Tribune Online UNICEF reiterates commitment to providing technical support to Bauchi communities The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has reiterated its commitment to providing technical support to communities in Bauchi State to sustain its various interventions aimed at improving the health of women and children. UNICEF reiterates commitment to providing technical support to Bauchi communities Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Women farmers seek access to mechanised equipment, govt support

Women in Mechanised Agriculture has renewed its call for government support to enhance women’s access to mechanised farming equipment and integrate women-focused agricultural empowerment initiatives into national policies. Speaking at a media parley in Abuja, WIMA Board Chairperson Dr Aisha Waziri stressed that mechanisation is crucial to improving agricultural productivity and empowering women across Nigeria. Read More

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1 week ago IWD: NPA committed to advancing women’s rights, equality –Dantsoho

The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, assured of championing the rights and equality of women and girls, both within and beyond the NPA. He emphasised that the organisation is dedicated to creating practical opportunities for women and girls to thrive and reach the peak of their potential. Speaking at […] The post IWD: NPA committed to advancing women’s rights, equality –Dantsoho appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago G. Elias supports gender equality through outreach to survivors of domestic violence

G. Elias, a Nigerian business law firm, organised community outreach activities in Lagos and Abuja to commemorate International Women’s Day read more G. Elias supports gender equality through outreach to survivors of domestic violence

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2 w. ago IWD: Emuwa, others advocate women collaboration at UBA Business Series

The Chairman of the Board of Directors of PUNCH Nigeria Limited, Mrs. Angela Emuwa, and panellists at the first Business Series of 2025 of the United Bank for Africa Plc on Thursday called on women to support themselves to break barriers and end pay inequality. The event, which doubles as the commemoration of the 2025 Read More

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2 w. ago For International Women’s Month, WEMA women executives support accelerating action

Ayodele Olojede, Divisional Head, Retail & SME, Wema Bank Plc In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, true leadership is about read more For International Women’s Month, WEMA women executives support accelerating action

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2 w. ago Natasha: Women Group Supports Akpabio, Takes Protests To UN House

The Women for Change Vanguard has announced a planned peaceful protest at the UN House in Abuja on Friday, urging Nigerian women to gather and demand evidence from Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan regarding her allegations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a statement by its spokesperson, Arc (Mrs) Margaret Adesuwa Ehilebo, the group […]

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2 w. ago IWD 2025: NiDCOM Chair calls for stronger political, economic support for Nigerian women

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has called for a more intentional approach in supporting read more IWD 2025: NiDCOM Chair calls for stronger political, economic support for Nigerian women

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2 w. ago Oyebanji’s wife harps on empowerment of women for economic devt

Tribune Online Oyebanji’s wife harps on empowerment of women for economic devt Wife of the Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, has reiterated the need for women and girl children to be empowered for the socio-economic development of society. The governor’s wife explained that the role of women cannot be overemphasized, noting that stakeholders and governments at all levels must be ready to support women to […] Oyebanji’s wife harps on empowerment of women for economic devt Tribune Online

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2 w. ago VFD Group partners with Arcadia Africa Day to support 5,000 women

VFD Group has partnered with Arcadia Africa Day, a subsidiary of Utopia Media Group, to support 5,000 women-led small and read more VFD Group partners with Arcadia Africa Day to support 5,000 women-led SMEs

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2 w. ago First Lady Extends RHI Food Outreach To Vulnerable Households In Kogi

The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has reaffirmed the Renewed Hope Initiative(RHI)’s commitment to supporting Nigerians, particularly women, youths and vulnerable groups in Nigeria. Speaking on Monday, at the Government House in Lokoja, Kogi State, while donating food items to vulnerable groups, Senator Tinubu, represented by the wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima, […]

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2 w. ago IWD: WOFAN empowers 54,000 women across nine states with rice distribution initiative

Tribune Online IWD: WOFAN empowers 54,000 women across nine states with rice distribution initiative As part of its commitment to women’s empowerment, the Women Farmers Advancement Network (WOFAN) has launched a transformative initiative to support 54,000 underserved women in agro-marketing. This effort, rolled out under its Mini Project Initiative to mark International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, aims to boost family incomes and strengthen financial inclusion. The initiative, which prioritizes […] IWD: WOFAN empowers 54,000 women across nine states with rice distribution initiative Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Int’l Women’s Day: Our appreciation, support for women in our lives

Tribune Online Int’l Women’s Day: Our appreciation, support for women in our lives Every March 8th, people around the world mark the International Women’s Day. Students of Tekhols Schools, Oluwokekere, Basorun, Ibadan, Oyo State, join others in celebrating and appreciating the women who care for us every day. Great Abiodun-Kolawole, 13 years old, JSS 3 THE women in my life, whose roles I cannot quantify, are my mum, […] Int’l Women’s Day: Our appreciation, support for women in our lives Tribune Online

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3 w. ago ECOFEPA Calls For Increased Funding To Empower Women In Politics

The ECOWAS Female Parliamentarians Association (ECOFEPA) has emphasised the urgent need for increased funding to support the organisation’s mission of advancing women’s political participation in West Africa. The president of ECOFEPA, Hon. Veronica Kadie Sesay, who made the call at a meeting to review the ECOFEPA statute and adopt the 2025 work plan on Thursday […]

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3 w. ago Constitution Review: UK Pushes For Greater Women Representation In Nigeria’s Parliament

As the constitution review exercise gains momentum in both chambers of the National Assembly, the United Kingdom branch of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association has expressed support for a bill seeking special seats for women in the National and State Houses of Assembly. The call for the passage of the bill, which seeks a constitutional amendment […]

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3 w. ago Constitution review: UK wants special seats for women in NASS, state assemblies

Tribune Online Constitution review: UK wants special seats for women in NASS, state assemblies "The purpose of this visit is to call for your support for the special seats for women in parliament by ensuring that bills already sponsored for that purpose are considered and passed.” Constitution review: UK wants special seats for women in NASS, state assemblies Tribune Online

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3 w. ago NGO engages stakeholders on gender quota, women’s political participation

Tribune Online NGO engages stakeholders on gender quota, women’s political participation A non-governmental organization, Balm in Gilead Foundation for Sustainable Development (BIGIF), has engaged non-state actors and other stakeholders in Ekiti state towards increasing women’s political participation. The engagement was organized by BIGIF with the support of UN Women and the Government of Canada in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital had in attendance civil society organisations, media, […] NGO engages stakeholders on gender quota, women’s political participation Tribune Online

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